Flint, Michigan
COFFIN, Donald Lloyd, - Of Burton, age 79, passed away Friday, June 27, 2008 at Genesys Hospice Care Center in Goodrich. Funeral service will be held 11AM Tuesday, July 1, 2008, at the Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road, Pastor Gary Cech, officiating and Reverend Dr. "Cuz" David Coffin, co-officiating. Burial in Crestwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to American Cancer Society, American Heart Association or American Diabetes Association. Visitation 1-8PM Sunday, 10AM-9PM Monday and 9AM Tuesday until the time of the service at the funeral home. Don was born in Rice Lake, Wisconsin on October 20, 1928, the son of George and Nettie Coffin. He married Mary "Joanne" Yoes in 1950 and she preceded him in death in 1997. He later married Juanita Leamy on March 10, 2002. Don retired from General Motors Fisher Body 1. He loved NASCAR, playing board games and cards with his grandchildren, long rides in the country and spending time with his family. Surviving are wife, Juanita; 3 children, Debra Christman of Fenton, Jerry and wife Mona of Burton, Sherry and husband John Krish of Swartz Creek; 10 grandchildren, Jennifer and husband Brian Berryhill, Julie Christman, Jason Christman, Aaron Brow, Jeremy Castle, Sara Krish, James Coffin, Jake Coffin, Teresa and husband Steve Boyd and Paul and wife Julie Christman; great-grandchildren, Elijah and Sebastian Berryhill; 3 step-children,; John and wife Debra Vecellio, Janis and husband John True, Jim and wife Delia Vecellio; many step-grandchildren and step-greatgrandchildren who loved him dearly. He was preceded in death by his parents, 2 sisters and 3 brothers and his best friend, Patrick VanEckhoutte. The family would like to thank the many caregivers at Genesys Grand Blanc Rehab and Nursing Center, Genesys Hospice, Visiting Nurses and therapists for the loving care they provided. Your condolences may be shared with the family at swartzfuneralhomeinc.com
I Didn't Know Donald [aka, Step Great Grandpa] That Much. But After The Times I Seen him. i grew Closer to Him. Im Sorry For All Of My Own Families Losses And Everyone Else that Cared For Him.
Chelsey Cruz
July 01, 2008 | Burton, MI
I'm so sorry Debbie to hear about your Dad..You are with me in thoughts and Prayers. He is with the Lord and in good hands!!
Dian Kreis (Sellers)
June 30, 2008 | Prudenville, MI
Debra, Jerry, Sherrie and Families,
We're sorry to learn of your loss, but thankful to know he is in heaven with your mom, the one true love of his life. We can only imagine the reunion of their spirits. The days ahead will be LONG and TRYING at times, just remember the LORD is WITH YOU and WILL go before you to give you strength to meet the tasks He's allowed. You're all in our prayers and if we can help in any way - you have our number. Hugs, Dan & Tresa (Parrish) Bundy and Family
Tresa Bundy
June 30, 2008 | Davison, MI
Deb,
I am so sorry to hear about your dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of such a great loss in your life. Please let me know how I can help.
With deepest sympathy,
Sandy Quiel
Sandra Quiel
June 30, 2008 | Saginaw, MI
Debbie,Sherrie,and Jerry, We are so sorry to hear about Uncle Don. We sure would like to be there ,but we will be in our hearts. Love , Ray and Sue and Family.
Ray and Sue Hyland
June 29, 2008 | Rock Falls, IL
Deb, Jerry and Sherry I am so sorry to here of your Daddy passing. We will have all of you and your family in our prayers. You know he is with the Lord, and the gang is all rejoicing together. My heart is so heavy thinking of you all. I love you! xoxoxoxox Patty (Parrish) McClure
Mr and Mrs Ron McClure
June 28, 2008 | Davison, MI
To Sherry, Jerry, Debbie my deepest sympathy goes out to you and your familys I wish I could be there but i am in spirit I will pray right along with you He was a great man and will be deeply missed by all it brings me great sadness to know that all our original family is now gone hopefully we can all stick together as a family!!!! I love you all
brenda mcgehee
June 28, 2008 | Las Vegas, NV
